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Publish date: 2024-08-05
2018-09-14T21:45:00Z

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Nike has been in the sportswear industry for more than five decades and the '90s was easily one of its greatest generations in terms of design. With unmistakable styling cues, Nike's gear from the '90s brought flair to sports.

All great trends come back in style and the '90s look is here with a bang. Instead of trying your luck by rummaging through your dad's closets or a thrift store, you can achieve that vintage look with Nike's new Throwback Collection

Inspired by the designs from the '90s, the Nike Throwback Collection features a variety of tracksuits, shorts, tees, and sneakers that look like they were pulled directly from the era. While the apparel transforms new designs with vibrant color-blocking and bold lettering, the sneakers include true '90s classic like the Air Max 1, 90, 95, and 97.

The sporty yet relaxed fit of the collection makes them great for playing basketball, running, or dressing casually this fall. If you're all about staying comfortable, but don't want that futuristic look of today's athletic wear, the Nike Throwback Collection is the best way to do it.

To help you shop, we rounded up 12 best pieces of apparel and pairs of sneakers the collection has to offer. Check them out below.

Shop the Nike Throwback Collection here.

Nike Sportswear Men's T-Shirt

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Nike Sportswear Men's T-Shirt, $40

Inspired by the Nike Windrunner Jacket's signature V, this t-shirt creates a throwback look with bold color blocking.

Nike Sportswear Men's Long Sleeve T-Shirt

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Nike Sportswear Men's Long Sleeve T-Shirt, $40

Much like the t-shirt, Nike uses blue, red, yellow, and green color blocking to create a '90s look. One the back, you'll find NIKE printed in large block letters.

Nike Throwback Men's Basketball Shorts

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Nike Throwback Men's Basketball Shorts, available in five colors, $50

Basketball shorts of the '90s were loud and colorful and that's exactly what you'll find here. The retro style features a full mesh lining for breathability and comfort.

Nike Throwback Men's Tracksuit Basketball Jacket

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Nike Throwback Men's Tracksuit Basketball Jacket, available in six colors, $80

Tracksuits were a huge part of '90s fashion, for better or for worse. Whether you're getting ready for a game of basketball or just dressing casually, we can almost guarantee someone's going to ask you what thrift store you bought this in. 

Nike Throwback Men's Tracksuit Basketball Pants

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Nike Throwback Men's Tracksuit Basketball Pants, available in five colors, $70

Coming in matching colors to the jackets, the Throwback basketball pants are equally comfortable. Pair them together for a stand out look.

Jordan Sportswear AJ 5 Men's Jacket

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Jordan Sportswear AJ 5 Men's Jacket, available in three colors, $120

Inspired by the Air Jordan V, a sneaker that released in 1990, the Jordan Sportswear AJ 5 Jacket features a smooth fabric and a relaxed fit for that true '90s feel.

Jordan Sportswear AJ 5 Men's Pants

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Jordan Sportswear AJ 5 Men's Pants, available in three colors, $100

Released alongside the AJ 5 Jacket, the pants also draw inspiration from the Air Jordan V. The smooth black material is accented by a Jumpman logo.

Nike Air Max 1

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Nike Air Max 1, available in two colorways $120

Although the Air Max 1 released in 1987, it was wildly popular sneaker all throughout the '90s. This pair in particular uses a combination of dark grey, black, blast pink, and fierce purple.

Nike Air Max 90 Essential

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Nike Air Max 90 Essential, $110

Originally released in 1990 as the Air Max III, this sneaker became known as the Air Max 90. While it was a state-of-the-art running sneaker when it debuted, the silhouette is now an undeniable classic — and you can't go wrong with all white.

Nike Air Max 95 OG

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Nike Air Max 95 OG, available in two colorways, $160

Arguably the most popular Air Max sneaker ever, the Air Max 95 was the first shoe to include a visible Air unit in the forefoot. This "Solar Red" colorway returns in true original form — even down to the PSI measurements on the on the outsole.

Nike Air Max 97

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Nike Air Max 97, available in five colorways, $160

With a full-length Air Max unit, wave pattern upper, and reflective piping, the Air Max 97 is one of Nike's most unmistakable designs. This "Blue Nebula" colorway might be new, but it looks straight out of the '90s.

Nike Kyrie 4 90s

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Nike Kyrie 4 90s, $120

The Kyrie 4 90s draws inspiration from one of Kyrie's most vivid childhood memories — watching Saturday morning cartoons and eating a big bowl of cereal. The bright colors represent both.

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